Tulanga - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Tulanga is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 25 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 52 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Tulanga village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Tulanga is 042189. The village covers a total geographical area of 186.39 hectares and falls under the 246439 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 52 km away.
Tulanga village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Tulanga
According to the 2011 Census, Tulanga village had a total population of 936 people, including 462 males and 474 females, living in 196 households. The sex ratio was 1,026 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.27%, with male literacy at 89.73% and female literacy at 66.10%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 168.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 936 | 462 | 474 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 153 | 92 | 61 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 168 | 87 | 81 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 605 | 332 | 273 |
| Illiterate Population | 331 | 130 | 201 |
Nearby Villages of Tulanga
Tulanga is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Tulanga
Tulanga is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared van services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Tulanga is about 52 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.5 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Tulanga
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Tulanga village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Tulanga
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Tulanga village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Tulanga
Where is Tulanga located?
Tulanga village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Tulanga?
Tulanga is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Tulanga?
The pincode of Tulanga is 246439.
What is the population of Tulanga?
Tulanga had a total population of 936, including 462 males and 474 females.
How many households are there in Tulanga?
Tulanga had 196 households.
What is the literacy rate in Tulanga?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Tulanga was 77.27%. Male literacy was 89.73% and female literacy was 66.10%.